A Small Object Is Released from Rest and Falls 1

question 60

Multiple Choice

A small object is released from rest and falls 1.00 × 10² feet near the surface of the earth. Neglect air resistance.
-Approximately how fast will the object be moving after falling through the 1.00 × 10² feet mentioned?

• A)9.8 ft/s
• B)40 ft/s
• C)80 ft/s
• D)160 ft/s
• E)320 ft/s

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